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HYDROCOTYLE VERTICILLATA – Ornamental Umbrella Plant for Aquariums
Hydrocotyle verticillata is a highly ornamental aquatic centella, ideal for both the foreground and midground areas of an aquarium. Recognized for its distinctive umbrella-shaped leaves, this plant adds a unique and natural touch to planted layouts. It grows more slowly compared to species like Hydrocotyle leucocephala and Hydrocotyle tripartita, making it especially suitable for stable, long-lasting aquascapes.
Native to North America, Hydrocotyle verticillata thrives in cooler water temperatures between 18–26°C, under high lighting conditions with good CO₂ availability. During field observations, outstanding specimens were found in the shallow, crystal-clear waters of the Rio Sucuri in Brazil, where temperatures remained around 23°C with high CO₂ concentration.
Hydrocotyle verticillata pairs beautifully with low-growing carpet plants like Hemianthus callitrichoides, where its delicate "umbrellas" emerge gracefully, creating a highly natural visual effect.
Main features:
Distinctive umbrella-shaped ornamental leaves
Moderate, stable growth, ideal for durable layouts
Prefers cooler temperatures between 18–26°C
Requires intense lighting and good CO₂ supply
Suitable for foreground and midground placement
Origin: North America
Perfect combination with low carpet plants
Adds natural and dynamic accents to layouts
Why choose Hydrocotyle verticillata:
Hydrocotyle verticillata is ideal for aquarists looking to add refined, ornamental details to their aquascapes. Its moderate growth rate and extraordinary leaf structure suit both natural and artistic aquarium layouts, consistently delivering elegant and realistic results.
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